David Robert Wehrmeister

David R. Wehrmeister beloved husband, father, friend and community leader, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Born and raised in South Toledo, Dave's lifelong connection to the Boys & Girls Clubs began at just 10 years old when he joined the South Toledo Boys Club. His deep commitment to youth development blossomed from that moment, shaping his entire life. Dave's career with the Club started as a coat-check clerk. He held instructor positions and was the Director of Operations before becoming the Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo in 2000, a role he held with dedication for two decades. Dave's leadership was instrumental in expanding opportunities for Toledo's youth. Among his proudest career accomplishments was overseeing the integration of Boys & Girls Clubs into Toledo Public Schools, allowing students easy access to club resources. He also played a key role in creating collaborative partnerships with local organizations like the YMCA, Toledo Museum of Art, MetroParks, and the Toledo Zoo. His influence reached thousands of children and staff by encouraging them to pursue their dreams with confidence. Outside of work, he orchestrated 25 years of golf outings with his brother and many childhood friends. He also organized a friends and family hockey pool for more than 30 years. He was a proud member of the Kiwanis Club of Toledo and parishioner at OLPH Church. Above all, Dave was a loving family man. He is survived by his wife, Lisa, whom he called "the greatest love of my life," and children, Adam Wehrmeister, Nathan (Katie) Wehrmeister, and Anna Wehrmeister. He cherished his time with them, whether playing golf, cooking family meals, or simply being present in their lives. He is also survived by sisters Mary Kay Lehner & Janet Motter and brother Tom (Judy) Wehrmeister. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Ruth (Blake) Wehrmeister, and sister Nancy Samson. Friends may visit on Tuesday, November 19 from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S. Reynolds Rd., Toledo, OH 43614. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 20 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 2255 Central Grove, Toledo, OH 43614. Committal Services will follow at Toledo Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo, continuing Dave's lifelong mission of supporting and uplifting youth.

David Robert Wehrmeister

March 22, 1957 - November 13, 2024